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Western Digital Capital

SoC Architect

Western Digital Capital, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035


Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 154,360.00-218,700.00Business Function: ASIC Development EngineeringCompany Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ASIC SoC Architect to join our dynamic team responsible for SoC Architecture of next-generation Flash Controllers.As an ASIC SoC Architect, you will be responsible for defining cutting-edge SoC solutions, with a particular focus on High-Speed interfaces and power architecture.The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of SoC development flow, PCIe or UFS protocols, power management, and the ability to drive architecture convergence to deliver high-performance, low-power, and cost-effective solutions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:SoC architecture and definitions for SoC developmentLeading complex activities while having multiple interfacesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define and refine SoC requirements, ensuring alignment with industry standards and customer needs.Working closely with the Design, Verification, DFT and Physical Design teams while guiding themAnalyze Performance, Power and Area to architect efficient and high-performance solutions.Evaluate all aspects of the SoC flow from requirements, through detailed definitions, Design, Verification and to synthesis, Place and Route, timing and Power optimizations.Qualifications

REQUIRED:BSc. in Computer Science or Computer / Electrical EngineeringAt least 10 years of experience in SoC architectureSKILLS:Extensive experience in SoC architecture, power management and full ASIC flow.Proven track record of driving architecture convergence in complex semiconductor designs.Proficiency in ASIC design tools, simulation methodologies, and hardware description languages (HDLs).Solid understanding of power management techniques and low-power design principles.Capable of developing a wide system view for complex embedded systemsStrong understanding of High-Speed interfaces (UCIe is strong advantage)Experience with Flash is an advantage.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on performance and power optimization.Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us.Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process.Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be

11/26/2024 , although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline.Compensation & Benefits DetailsAn employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, geographic location, and business needs.The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; and other voluntary benefit programs.

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